Master of Arts Early Childhood EducationThe Master of Arts in Early Childhood Education prepares professionals to work with children from birth to age eight. The degree is designed for those who hold elementary teacher certification and are seeking careers as early childhood teachers, infancy through age eight, or other positions related to the care and education of young children.

The program emphasizes the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC), developmentally appropriate practices in educating young children as well as the need for multicultural educational programs that promote respect and understanding of family, ethnic, cultural, racial, and socioeconomic diversity of the young child.

Requirements for the Masters degree in Early Childhood Education fulfill all requirements for the Early Childhood (ZA) endorsement. Requirements are subject to change by the Michigan Department of Education.

Admissions Requirements

The requirements for admission to graduate study in early childhood education are a 3.0 GPA and fulfillment of requirements for a state teaching certificate, or a background of education and experience satisfactory to the department, and three letters of recommendation written by persons capable of evaluating potential for this field.